Allium humile

Allium humile in Valley of Flowers

Allium humile is a herb with single, underground, cylindrical-ovoid bulb and brownish. Leaves are five to fifteen crowded together. Leaves smell like Garlic when crushed. Flowers are white, star shaped and can be found in hemispherical umbels. The specific name Humile means humble or low growing.

English Name

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Local Name

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Family

Liliaceae

Flowering time

June to July

Habitat

Mountain slopes and undergrowth of forests.

Uses

Leaves are used for flavoring because of its garlic smell.

Location in the Valley of flowers

It is found near the streams in the valley of flowers, especially in June month. You ca see its colonies near Pushpawati River Bed,

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Frequently asked questions About the Valley

Senior citizens also want to come to this heaven on earth but they are confused about whether they can do it or not. We have been taking senior citizens to the valley of flowers. There are options of helicopter and ponies to skip trekking.

When you go for trek you should wear appropriate type of shoes so that your main concentration is on trekking and enjoying nature. We have seen that shoes of many people breaks while trekking and sometimes people develop blisters.

Whether kids can do the trek to Valley of Flowers or not? What is the minimum age requirement to visit the valley of flowers? Please read this full page to get the answer to this question. Couples with young children willing to visit valley of flowers can go through this page.

Trek difficulty of the Valley of Flowers trek. Vital statistics are given here. How much altitude is to be gained every day while trekking? How much distance is to be covered every day? What is Fitness level required for the trek?

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